M4.1 Depth: 2.8 km

M4.1 Earthquake near 102 km N of Yakutat, Alaska (Canada)

UTC time: 2025-12-06 21:47:32 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.1 earthquake was recorded near 102 km N of Yakutat, Alaska (Canada) on December 6, 2025 at 21:47 UTC. With a focal depth of about 3 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The data is provided by USGS and cross-checked across seismological networks.

Details

Magnitude

M4.1

Depth

2.8 km

UTC time

2025-12-06 21:47:32 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Canada

City

Yukon

Source

usgs

Coordinates

60.46909, -139.61530

Temperature

-16.2°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

2.8 km

2.8 km — close to the regional average (5.8 km)

Regional average: 5.8 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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